About this experience
Poon Hill sits at 3,210m, and the sunrise is worth the early wake-up, but the trek asks more of your legs than "sunrise" suggests. Day two is demanding: a pre-dawn summit push followed by a long downhill stretch to Tikhedunga, 5-6 hours of walking total. Downhill helps, but it is still a full day on tired legs after an early start.
Not a technical trek, no ropes or scrambling, and the altitude does not carry the same risk EBC or the Annapurna Circuit high passes do. But it is not a stroll either. Reasonable fitness matters, and a few weeks of stair climbing beforehand makes a real difference on day two.
Weather can shift fast in the hills, and a cloudy sunrise is always possible on any Himalayan trek. Teahouse rooms are simple, shared bathrooms are normal, and nights at Ghorepani get cold enough that a proper sleeping layer matters.
At a glance
- Duration: 72 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 72 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What is included
- An experienced license holder trekking Sherpa guide
- Two night’s tea house accommodation in a twin sharing room while on trek
- Annapurna Conservation Area Permit
- Pokhara to Nayapul to Pokhara by Sharing Vehicle
- Full board Local meals (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) while on trek
Not included
- Porter Service, any kind of Drinks , wifi , hot shower, battery charge fee, laundry & Trekking gears
- Hotel and meals in Pokhara and Kathmandu
- Your travel insurance (travel insurance is compulsory to take an adventure trip)
- Additional costs incurred due to unforeseen circumstances (e.g., extra nights, meals, or activities)
Itinerary and highlights
Day 1: Pokhara → Drive to Ulleri → Ghorepani Pickup around 7:00-7:30 AM. Drive to Ulleri, roughly 1.5-2 hours. From Ulleri, trek 3-4 hours through rhododendron and oak forest to Ghorepani, arriving by mid-to-late afternoon. Rest before an early start the next morning. Overnight teahouse.
Day 2: Ghorepani → Poon Hill (3,210m) → Tikhedunga Wake around 4:30-5:00 AM. The climb to Poon Hill takes 45 minutes to an hour, timed for sunrise around 5:45-6:15 AM. Fifteen to thirty minutes at the summit for the panorama, Annapurna South, Dhaulagiri, and Machhapuchhre. From there, the trail continues down through Ghorepani to Tikhedunga rather than backtracking, roughly 5-6 hours of walking total. Long, but downhill, and it keeps day three short. Overnight teahouse.
Day 3: Tikhedunga → Nayapul → Drive to Pokhara An easy 1-2 hour descent to Nayapul, then drive back to Pokhara, roughly 1 hour, arriving by late morning or early afternoon.
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Meeting and pickup information
- Please kindly provide us with your hotel name and address. Our Mountain Hike Nepal Team guide will meet you directly in your hotel lobby. We arrange pickups for all customers staying within a 2 km radius of Lakeside.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Mountain Hike Nepal
Accessibility and practical details
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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